Odessa the Barn Owl in Watercolor – 8×10 140lb Cold Press SaundersOdessa the Owl – A Wise Old Barn Owl in Watercolor.
A blogging friend, Carolyn, at Nuggets of Gold, challenged me to paint an owl in watercolor. But not just any ole’ owl…
This had to be Odessa the very wise barn owl who is a character in a book she is collaborating on with another blogging friend, Colin, at A Dog’s Life.
I’m not sure if this is how she pictured Odessa, but this is how I do, so this is a little surprise for her.
If you want to learn more about the wise (and wise-cracking) Odessa and her friends at MoonBeam Farm, check out Carolyn’s blog to read the continuing saga that is soon to become a book!
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
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Oh Jodi this was a great surprise for my sleep blurred eyes this morning! Great job! I believe Odessa would be proud 🙂 Thanks dear friend! <3!
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This owl definitely looks wise. And the touch of turquoise is wonderful. (K)
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Thanks kerfe!
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Odessa is looking very wise and colorful. Thanks for sharing Jodi, I hope you have a safe and fun holiday weekend. 🙂
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Thanks. You too terry!!
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Beautiful!
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Thanks!
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Superb 👍👌👌👌
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Thanks!!
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This notion of illustrating for books… I hope you consider it.
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I really don’t think I could. But I am flattered anyone would think. 😉
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Stunning work Jodi. Have a lovely weekend.
Flo x
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Aww thank ☺️
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Aw, he’s a cute owl and I love that you used blue in his feathers as in the background it’s very impressionist like. I do wish some owls were actually blue lol.
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Wouldn’t that be awesome!!??
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Oh and second comment. As soon as I saw this, I thought this would name a great Odessa for Joyroses. I’m glad it’s her 🙂
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Odessa looks just lovely Jodi – I’m sure your blog friends will love her too… !
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Thanks so much Evelyn!
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Beautiful work as always, Jodi! 😌
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Thank you John. 😊
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Love your colorful Owl, Jodi!! I was very into painting owls at one time – must get back to it! You inspire me with your beautiful art!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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Aww. Thanks jill!!
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This is wonderful! I hope this makes it into the book.
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This is so cute! I love owls.😁
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Thanks mary. ❤️
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I think part of the fun of using an illustrator is that you get to see how someone else imagines your characters. From what I’ve heard, writers are usually quite happy when they see the pictures! And I bet your version of Odessa will be a hit, too. I certainly like her and think you did a terrific job!
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Thanks Ann. They did! ☺️
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Sounds charming, just like your painting.
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Sweet and gentle Odessa owl. You created a special owl, Jodi! xo
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Hi Jodi! I’ve been super busy with my food cart but wanted to say I LOVE your barn owl painting! Barn owls are a bit of a passion of mine. xoxo
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So great to hear from you. Saw a few pics on fb. So exciting. Hope it is going well!!!
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Thanks Jodi, it’s actually going pretty good! Gearing up for a huge night, our First Friday Art Walk of the summer. Usually get thousands of people at that. 😮
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sounds exciting!
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